What Seller Clients Say

Bette and Harry
“Eileen was able to do what we thought was the impossible! With her professional knowledge & unwavering perserverance she was able to sell our home…..We would highly recommend her services!!”

Brad
“I have so much to thank you for in all the help and service you gave me in the recent sale of my home. To say you went above and beyond is an understatement. You made all the difference in taking care of all details, and the day to day administration of the selling process. I can’t imagine doing it without you. Thank you for such a successful sale!”

Margaret
“While our mother’s house was on the market, Eileen kept her cool even when my sister and I expressed our nervousness, when buyers appeared unreasonable, and when their agents put on the pressure. Her advice was always on point and timely. The woman is a professional. And we sold the apartment for a good price within a very reasonable time frame.”

Barry
“I had already moved from Chicago so I needed an agent I could trust and rely on – a responsible pro. I had dealt with Eileen 9 years earlier when I was a buyer and she represented the sellers who spoke highly of her. Representing my interests this time as seller, Eileen was on top of the listing from start to finish. Always calm, always there. I knew I had nothing to worry about and I was right. I recommend Eileen without reservation and if I ever move back to Chicago she’ll be my first call.”

Susan
“Very professional and effective. Eileen sold our home after having it listed by someone else for six months, and she sold it in less than two weeks. It was short and speedy! Eileen took much of the work out of our hands and made the process virtually painless.”

Bob and Bill
“We have been extremely pleased as you have helped us navigate through the real estate market – both in buying and selling our condos. Your knowledge and thorough understanding of the market, the buildings and their management, the developers and our needs helped us in our buying decision. We have bought and sold a few properties over the past 15 years, and you are the only agent we would consider using again and again and recommending to those who ask. We appreciate your honestly and your level-headed approach to working with us. We look forward to working with you again and again.”

Virginia
“Repeat clients says it all – four sells and four buys since 1980. She finds us buyers and then finds us great new places.”

Peggy
“Recently, I experienced my 21st residential closing, which was problematic due to the inexperience of the buyer. Eileen was a shining example of the ‘best of the best’ in real estate in keeping the deal on track when the real possibiity of the transaction failing did exist. Eileen went so far beyond my expectations in her follow through, finesse and smoothness that saying ‘superb’ seems inadequate to describe how she functioned. Simply, she is the best!”

Paul & Bettylu
“We truly enjoyed working with you on the sale of our previous apartment and purchase of a new one. Your knowledge, professionalism and being straight and honest with your clients is apparent and appreciated. We would heartily recommend you to any and all sellers and buyers.”

Susan and Jeff
“Working with Eileen Brennan is a pleasure because she is a wonderful, honest person and the finest agent in the Chicago market today. We will definitely be working with her again! Eileen Brennan has represented us on two very different Streeterville property sales and on the search for and purchase of our current Gold Coast home. When working with Eileen, she was our business partner, using her no-nonsense approach to pricing and strategy on the sell side that worked! We never had to go to a “Plan B” because her Plan A was successful! She sold our luxury market townhome in less than a week – record time – and a small, high-rise apartment (that had been on the market for over a year with another real estate agent) in less than a month! We are always amazed at the professionalism, market knowledge and sales network that Eileen brings to the equation.”

Michael and Nicky
“You did such a great job on selling our condo in Chicago. Although it was during a very difficult economy, that didn’t slow you down. While others were struggling in our building to sell for much lower prices, you never seemed to lose faith in getting us what we thought we valued our condo at. You were a perfect example of a professional who never let us panic and always assured us that everything would be all right. We have recommended you many times already, and you will be our first call when we return to the city. Thank you again for you incredible talent and professionalism.”

Joe
“A few words I can use to describe the experience of having you represent me are focus, patience, expertise, knowledge and integrity. I didn’t realize how far and wide that reputation has spread until your name kept coming up with a number of prominent developers in town. You are special.”

Michael
“Trust. We have complete faith that Eileen works in our best interests and that she is fully committed to meeting our needs. Having bought and sold multiple properties in varying real estate environments, Eileen was always on top of prospective properties and clients. Only Eileen was able to help us weather a challenging market and be one of the select properties to close in Lincoln Park . She is a true professional and an incredible ally in negotiating the Chicago market”

Tim
“Thank you for your diligence and persistence ? key ingredients that led to the sale of my home during one of the most difficult real estate markets in decades. Your business savvy combined with a very likable personality underpins your three decades of success in the residential real estate industry, and I will in fact recommend your services to my friends and business acquaintances where appropriate.”

Patrick
“They say homes really sell themselves…well that’s not true in this market. And that’s why my wife Megan and I were thrilled that we were represented by Eileen Brennan in the sale of our Chicago condo. Eileen’s professionalism was exceeded only by her creativity in marketing…. and that creativity is what got the deal done.”

Top Tips for Sellers

Following these five steps will help you get the best price for your property in the fastest time.

1. Interview more than one agent to get a range of opinions on the value of your home.

2. Apply a critical eye to your property. Repair or replace all the things you never got around to correcting because those are the things a buyer will spot immediately. To a buyer, they mean a price reduction.

3. Eliminate clutter. People want to see the property, not your stuff. Good staging cannot be underestimated.

4. Be realistic about your asking price. Don’t get your heart set on a price and “try it for a few months.” After a few months yours is an aged listing.

5. Listen to your agent. If you stop trusting him or her, hire someone else.

Who is Eileen Brennan?

Eileen is a native Chicagoan with over 30 years experience in residential real estate. Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices KoenigRubloff Realty Group at their Gold Coast office. MORE